Consumables
Chevron Phillips Chemical Offers a PPS Resin for Nearly Every Application
Friday 10. July 2009 - With the completion of a new 10,000 metric ton per year polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) plant in Borger, Texas, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP (Chevron Phillips Chemical) offers the widest array of PPS polymer types and the worlds largest PPS capacity available in the plastics industry.
Ryton PPS is used in applications ranging from automotive engine mounts to hair straightener housings, and hard disk drive components to chemical pumps. Additionally, Ryton PPS polymers may be spun into fibers for woven and non-woven fabrics that are used in harsh environments, while Xtel PPS-based alloys are blow molded into turbo charger air ducts and extruded into piping for down-hole oilfield applications. With such a wide range of possibilities, no single PPS polymer can fill all the performance needs of these applications. Fortunately for customers, Chevron Phillips Chemical is ready and able to meet their needs with a broad portfolio of PPS polymers and compound technology.
“We specialize in polymers with heat, chemical, and corrosion resistance as well as dimensional stability,” said Mark Amelunke, general manager of Chevron Phillips Chemicals engineering polymers group. “In any given application, the properties required may vary. Chevron Phillips Chemicals team of professionals can help you dial in your requirements and select the most appropriate resin for your needs.”
Chevron Phillips Chemical produces everything from low molecular weight, finely divided powder resins for coating slurries to high molecular weight polymer for thick-walled extrusions. The company also offers other unique capabilities including chain-branching of PPS polymers for improved performance in extrusion applications, solid state molecular weight enhancement (curing) for superior high temperature performance, special wash treatments for improved blend compatibility and alloying, and proprietary process technology for manufacturing low chlorine content PPS polymers.
Ryton PPS and Xtel PPS alloys are versatile and well-suited for a multitude of end-use products. A summary of available resins and compounds is below:
Applications Product Key Characteristics Benefits
Automotive
Coolant, fuel, braking, transmission, engine, electrical and lighting components
R-4-200, R-4-240 High Strength and Toughness Weight reduction and corrosion resistance for metal replacement. Electrical insulation and dimensional stability.
R-4-220, R-4-270 Hydrolysis Resistant
R-7-120, R-7-140 Dimensional Stability
XK2340, XE5430 Impact and Elongation
R10-180 High Reflectivity
Electrical / Electronics
Connectors, sockets, bobbins, relays, optical pick-ups, housings, etc.
R-4-230, R-4-290 Low Flash and High Flow Soldering temperature and moisture resistance. Inherently flame retardant. Low chloride.
R-4-200, R-4-280 Weld line Strength
R-7-120, R-7-140 Dimensional Stability
R-7-121, R-7-190 High Flow
Appliance / Industrial
Pump and motor parts, sensors, thermostats, blower housings, hot water manifolds
R-4-200, R-4-240 Toughness and Strength UL 94 V-0 to 5VA listed without additives. Molds intricate parts with thermal resistance.
BR111, R-7-140 High Strength
R-7-120, R-7-190 Dimensional Stability
XE5030, XE5430 Impact and Elongation
Fiber
Staple, multi and mono filament
QC200, QC210, QC220 Hydrolysis and Chemical Performance Extended-life filter and belt media for harsh environments.
Blow Molding
Engine intake ducts, hot fill bottles
XE5315, XE5515 Thermal Properties Light weight, chemically resistant containers that are thermally stable.
Pipe
Chemical handling, pipe liners, fuel tubing
XE5300, QC160 Thermal and Chemical Resistance Excellent surface finish for improved flow of corrosive materials.
Coatings
Non-stick cookware, oil field pipe, wear plates
PR11, PR11-10, V-1 Chemical Resistance Protective coating to upgrade corrosion and wear of metal surfaces.